Chop drug refers to CHOP, an abbreviation for a chemotherapy combination. This combination is used to treat non-Hodgkin lymphoma, and researchers are studying its potential in treating other cancers. CHOP consists of the following drugs:
- Cyclophosphamide
- Doxorubicin hydrochloride (hydroxydaunorubicin)
- Vincristine sulfate (Oncovin)
- Prednisone
In essence, CHOP is a powerful chemotherapy regimen employed to combat specific cancers, primarily non-Hodgkin lymphoma.